While on a trip to New York City, I passed by a large fenced lot, completely overgrown with weeds which stood 4 to 6 feet tall. While I was speculating what kind of landlord would be allowed to so neglect his property, I noticed a plaque that read NATIVE PLANT HABITAT- This plot is planted with native vegetation, and represents the natural state of the Island of Manhattan prior to the arrival of the first white settlers. This was an impenetrable thicket. For the first time I had some insight into why the Indians sold the entire island to the Dutch for a handful of beads. In addition, I have sometimes considered hanging a similar plaque next to my yard, thus saving myself a hell of a lot of strife and yardwork.